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Rakhine and ruin: insurgency in Myanmar

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Conflict and Turmoil in Myanmar

This chapter examines the severe conflict in Myanmar, emphasizing the military's harsh actions against citizens and the challenges faced by Aung San Suu Kyi's leadership. It also analyzes the historical context of the violence in Rakhine state, the labeling of rebel forces, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, predicting that lasting peace remains elusive without a strategic shift.

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